Samsung Selects Suprema BioSign Solution for Its Latest Galaxy J5 and Galaxy A7 Smartphones

SEOUL - Suprema, a global leader in biometrics and identity solutions, today announced that the company's BioSign mobile fingerprint authentication algorithm has been selected by Samsung for the Galaxy J5 2017 and Galaxy A7 (for SK Telecom) smartphone models. Partnering with Egis Technology, a Taiwan-based sensor provider, Suprema provides its integrated solution to global smartphone manufacturers.

Suprema introduced BioSign 2.0 in February at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. Enhanced by latest AI technology, BioSign 2.0 supports small fingerprint sensors and offers robust authentication performance over time and environment. Moreover, BioSign 2.0 provides exceptional versatility in integration as it supports different shapes and types of fingerprint sensors.

BioSign 2.0 is an essential solution for mid-to-low range smartphones as it reduces production cost by supporting smaller sensors and provides higher fingerprint authentication performance with low-end processors. BioSign 2.0 achieves 50ms authentication speeds in high-end smartphones with high performance processors and 100ms speeds with low-end processors while guaranteeing a maximum of 0.0005% FAR.

Smartphones users often experience decreasing fingerprint authentication performance over usage time, but BioSign 2.0's self-learning algorithm actually increases accuracy over usage. BioSign 2.0 processes authentication with only a small fingerprinting area (2mm x 2mm) and provides consistent performance with different shapes of sensors including bar, square and slim shapes.

"Like a camera, fingerprints are now an essential feature in smartphones, initially in premium phones and now in mid-to-low range phones. BioSign 2.0 is the most economical and efficient solution in mid-to-low range smartphones. Starting with the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 and Galaxy A7, we expect to see BioSign 2.0 becoming widely available in many other smartphone models. As BioSign is a software based solution, it will contribute to Suprema's revenue as well," said Brian Song, CEO at Suprema.

About Suprema Inc.

Suprema is a leading global provider of biometrics and security technology. By combining world renowned biometric algorithms with superior engineering, Suprema continually designs and develops industry leading products and solutions. Suprema's extensive range of portfolio includes biometric access control systems, time & attendance solutions, fingerprint live scanners, mobile authentication solutions and embedded fingerprint modules. Suprema has worldwide sales network in over 130 countries and is one of the world's Top 50 security company in its turnover (ranked in A&S's Security 50, 2010-2015). For more information, please visit www.supremainc.com.

Contact:Andy AhnHead of Marketing, Suprema Inc.Email: andyahn@suprema.co.kr

Source: Samsung Selects Suprema BioSign Solution for Its Latest Galaxy J5 and Galaxy A7 Smartphones

Samsung, LG to Release New Flagship Phones Next Month

Samsung and LG will release their flagship smartphones next month.

Industry sources said Sunday that Samsung's Galaxy Note 8 is set to be released on Sept. 15 with pre-orders starting from Sept. 1. LG is expected to release its flagship V30 at about the same time.

Ahead of their releases here, the Note 8 will have a launch event in New York on Aug. 23, while the V30 will be unveiled at the IFA consumer electronics fair in Germany a week later.

In the past, Samsung and LG have released their flagship gadgets and devices about a month apart in order not to affect each other's sales, but a fiercer than usual competition appears unavoidable this time with the simultaneous release.

Industry insiders said the move was unlikely to have a great impact on their respective sales, and could even benefit both handset makers by generating increased interest among customers.

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United States Mobile Phones Packaging Market Sales Volume (Million Units) and Growth Rate (2012-2022) Analysis in a Latest Research Report

(EMAILWIRE.COM, August 12, 2017 ) United States Mobile Phones Packaging market report is a latest research report spread around 100 pages and contains 13 chapters to provide complete market analysis and details. United States has been segmented as West, Southwest, Middle Atlantic, New England, South and Midwest. These regions covered in terms of sales (volume), revenue (value), market share and growth rate of Mobile Phones Packaging in these regions, from 2012 to 2022 (forecast). Access report details at: https://www.themarketreports.com/report/united-states-mobile-phones-packaging-market-report-2017Key companies profiled in Mobile Phones Packaging market report are Pragati Pack (India) Pvt. Ltd., Any Graphics Private Limited (Agpl), Plastic Ingenuity, Inc., Ufp Technologies, Inc., Cellpaks Solutions Ltd., Hip Lik Packaging Products Fty. Ltd., Koohing International Development (Hk) Limited, Dongguan City Luheng Papers Company Ltd, Guangzhou Junye Packaging Co., Ltd. and more. Sales v olume, price, revenue (Million USD) and market share for each manufacturer/player is included in this report.Product types covered in this report are:• Rigid Boxes• Folding Cartons• Flexible Films• Insert Trays• Thermoformed Blisters• OthersEnd users/Applications covered in this report are:• Smart Phones• Feature Phones• Refurbished Phones• Other Specialty PhonesPurchase this premium research report at: https://www.themarketreports.com/report/buy-now/611744Table of Contents:1 Mobile Phones Packaging Overview2 United States Mobile Phones Packaging Market Competition by Players/Suppliers3 United States Mobile Phones Packaging Sales (Volume) and Revenue (Value) by Region (2012-2017)4 United States Mobile Phones Packaging Sales (Volume) and Revenue (Value) by Type (Product Category) (2012-2017)5 United States Mobile Phones Packaging Sales (Volume) by Application (2012-2017)6 United States Mobile Phones Packaging Players/Suppliers Profiles and Sales Data7 Mobile Phone s Packaging Manufacturing Cost Analysis8 Industrial Chain, Sourcing Strategy and Downstream Buyers9 Marketing Strategy Analysis, Distributors/Traders10 Market Effect Factors Analysis11 United States Mobile Phones Packaging Market Size (Value and Volume) Forecast (2017-2022)12 Research Findings and Conclusion13 AppendixInquire more details about this report at: https://www.themarketreports.com/report/ask-your-query/611744
Source: United States Mobile Phones Packaging Market Sales Volume (Million Units) and Growth Rate (2012-2022) Analysis in a Latest Research Report

Lenovo won’t release the Nougat update for some of its phones

Lenovo has revealed that it won't release the much-anticipated Android 7.0 Nougat update for any of its Phab-branded smartphones, including the Phab 2, Phab 2 Plus and Phab 2 Pro.

It's strange that the firm has decided to skip the upgrade for the Phab 2 Pro, because it was the first consumer-focused Tango AR handset to hit the shelves — and that was only last year.

I'm not sure about you, but if I'm spending 500 bucks on a smartphone that bundles so-called revolutionary technology, I'd expect it to receive at least the next major build of Android.

This is sure to be unpopular

We have a feeling the Lenovo's plan is going to be met with harsh criticism from existing customers, who it needs to retain, so there's a (good) chance it will change course on its decision in the near future.

Source: Lenovo won't release the Nougat update for some of its phones

Andy Rubin’s Essential Smartphone Is Now ‘In Full Mass Production,’ Release Date To Be Announced Next Week

What happened to the biggest stars of the London 2012 Olympics?

Andy Rubin has now confirmed that the Essential Phone will get a release date next week. The smartphone, now in mass production, will compete with Apple's and Samsung's handsets.  ( Andy Rubin | Twitter )

Essential, a startup Android cofounder Andy Rubin formed, has raised $300 million in funding, backed by investors the likes of Amazon, Tencent, and Foxconn.

That means reports back in June were true. With new money in its coffers, Rubin's company can push its Essential PH-1 smartphone forward.

In fact, Rubin confirmed via Twitter that the $700 smartphone is already in "full mass production." Reuters adds the company will announce a formal release date next week.

Rubin also shared some photos showing the production process, with stacks of what looks to be PH-1's outer frames being carried away by a mechanical carousel. Despite the release next week, Essential has spoken very little of its phone. There have been some speculations that it could be another case of vaporware, but we've already seen the hardware and gotten a look at its spec sheet, so everything seems to be in order.

Essential PH-1 Specs

The Essential PH-1 will rival Apple's iPhone 8 and Samsung's Galaxy S8. It boasts a lot of the usual flair: a Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chip, Adreno 540 for graphics, 4 GB of RAM, 128 GB of onboard storage, and a 3,040 mAh battery for juice, just a tad bit more than the Galaxy S8's 3,000 mAh capacity.

Its design is fairly unusual, though, which might definitely look bothersome for other people. There's a 5.7-inch Quad HD display, but on the topmost part sits a front-facing camera, which disrupts the shape of the screen. Going bezel-less is commendable, though, but customers have to contend with the odd design choice if they plan on purchasing the device.

The Essential PH-1 will launch exclusively via Sprint in the United States but will be available unlocked on Amazon's website, reports Business Insider. Both Essential and Best Buy will also carry the handset through their individual stores.

Is The Essential PH-1 Worth Considering?

For a lot of reasons, the Essential PH-1 looks great on paper. It seems there's really not much wrong it can do, thanks to Rubin's expertise in mobile devices. However, while it may get many things right, it's also true that other smartphones including cheaper ones have already proven their merit. Breaking into the industry with a $700 premium smartphone is a bold move, but hopefully, Rubin can pull it off.

Essential Home

Aside from a smartphone, Essential plans to release a smart speaker called the Essential Home, due later this year. It will compete with Google's Home and Apple's HomePod. It'll host similar features found in current smart home devices, but the pitch is different: Essential Home is tailored for interacting with various smart home ecosystems. Users will be able to use Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, and Siri to make voice commands.

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Source: Andy Rubin's Essential Smartphone Is Now 'In Full Mass Production,' Release Date To Be Announced Next Week

Smartphone Biometric Sensors Market Is Expected to Witness Double Digit Penetration Rate by 2025

Smartphone Biometric Sensors Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2017 - 2025

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Albany, NY -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/09/2017 -- A biometric sensor is a transducer which converts a biometric trait of a person i.e. voice, fingerprint, and face, etc. into an electric signal. The sensor measures or reads pressure, speed, light, temperature, electrical capacity or other types of energies. Different technologies can be accustomed to common digital cameras or sophisticated network or combination of sensors. The biometric forms of authentication is adopted by the mobile manufacturers to enhance the user convenience and experience for the smartphones.

According to the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), in 2015, the mobile broadband networks (LTE) has gained adoption by reaching about 4 billion subscriptions out of almost 7 billion mobile users. At least 1 biometric solution is expected to be incorporate into internet enabled-smartphones by 2025 which commonly include fingerprint recognition sensors.

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The smartphone biometric sensors market is expected to witness double digit penetration rate by 2025. This industry growth is dominated by the fingerprint sensors followed by new opportunities in biometric technologies such as eye recognition. The manufacturers are aggressively adopting the various modes of recognition technologies for physical access control applications. Eye recognition technology is expected to be the most secure modalities for secure mobile payments and consumer electronics authentication. Banking and other financial sectors are expected to adopt these biometric deployments in payment apps and mobile banking.

The enterprises are leveraging the biometric technologies to secure the access to the systems, apps and the networks. Facial recognition, fingerprint and voice biometrics are the three common biometric technologies but the firms are working on bringing other forms of biometric recognition such as vein and iris detection.

The technological advancements in the virtual assistant is expected to support the demand for smartphone biometric sensors market over the forecast timeline. Voice biometrics helps in providing significant improvement in security over the passwords. Voice biometrics are expected to be the most convenient and natural interaction modes when considered for enhancing the user experience. Voice biometrics when combined with virtual assistant enable end-to-end speech interaction allowing user to experience true mobile engagement as the mode of interaction becomes hands-free.

The smartphone biometric sensors market is segmented into palm, eye, face, vein, and voice recognition technologies. Face, iris and voice recognition technologies are expected to have the highest growth potential with majority of the industry dominated by the fingerprint sensors segment. The fingerprint segment share is attributed to their easy usability, reasonable performance, low costs and well-developed supply chain.

Security, payments and data access are the three major functions of the smartphone biometric sensors. Rising adoption of smartphone linkages to the daily activities often requires storing highly sensitive information. Consumers are concerned about the security protection of their passwords. A multi-factor security access using biometric recognition provides smartphone users higher convenience and security. Biometric payments for Point of Sale (PoS) technologies for financial transactions is expected to spread rapidly across all smartphones. For instance, PayPal and ApplePay are working on implementing biometric based payment solutions to eliminate the need for carrying credit cards or cash.

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In-display biometric sensors are expected to be the next emerging technologies which would help in increasing the display sizes. Currently the smartphones screens are limited by providing home button which generally features an embedded fingerprint scanner and a camera. Most of the manufacturers have eliminated the home button bezel by placing the scanner on the device's backside. Therefore, it is important to develop a sensor which can be embedded under the glass into phone's display. The companies have started R&D for the same and are into the launching phase. For instance, LG Innotek has announced its under-glass fingerprint sensing module for the smartphones. Apple has demonstrated its exploration into embedding its Touch ID fingerprint sensing system into the iPhone's display with patent filings. Apple, 3M Cogent, NEC Corporation, Fujitsu, ImageWare Systems, BioEnable Technologies, Mobbeel, M2SYS, SIC Biometrics, and Precise Biometrics are the prominent vendors of the sma rtphones biometric sensors market.

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LG Q6: August 10th release date for this 5.5-inch smartphone with FullVision display, octa-core processor, metal frame and 13MP-5MP camera

With August 10th marked as the release date for LG Q6, how many of you would snap up this $435 USD smartphone?

Wait, what? For $435 USD, you will be getting all the above? Seriously?

You can smell from far away that the Q6 will be one expensive smartphone that should have at least be in the medium to high range. But before we further scrutinise this device, let's first take a look at its other sibling – the Q8:

5.2-inch Quad HD IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen with 1440 x 2560 pixels or ~564 ppi pixel density

IP67 certification – Dust and water resistant up to 1 meter and 30 minutes

Gorilla Glass 4

Fingerprint sensor

Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 chipset, Quad-core (2x2.15 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo) processor, Adreno 530 graphics and 4GB RAM

Dual 13MP primary camera with (28mm, f/1.8 aperture) + 8 MP (10mm, f/2.4 aperture), laser autofocus, OIS, dual-LED flash

5MP secondary camera with f/1.9 aperture, 1/5" sensor size and 1.12 µm pixel size

32GB internal storage + microSD expansion slot up to maximum 256GB

Non-removable Li-Ion 3000 mAh battery

Android Nougat 7.0

4G LTE

August 2017 expected release date

Dubbed the smaller version of the larger and much better V20, it scaled down to meet the demands of consumers who maybe can't afford the huge sum.

Well, let's check out what is in store for us with the Q6:

5.5-inch Full HD IPS LCD FullVision Display with 1080 x 2160 pixels or ~442 ppi pixel density

Metal body

Qualcomm MSM8940 Snapdragon 435 chipset, Octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 processor, Adreno 505 graphics and 3GB RAM

13MP primary camera with autofocus and LED flash

5MP secondary camera with 100-degree wide angle lens

32GB internal storage + microSD expansion slot up to maximum 256GB

Non-removable Li-Ion 3000 mAh battery

Android Nougat 7.0

Dual-sim and 4G LTE

August 10th 2017 release date

$435 USD expected price tag

Q6 might not be as high tech as the Q8, but it will be coming with the new FullVision Display technology. The 18:9 screen brings a whole new dimension to the smartphone viewing experience. You get to immerse yourself in an entirely new level of experience of watching videos, gaming and browsing.

Despite it having a 5.5-inch Full HD IPS screen, it makes for an incredible approach that makes it easy to handle with just one hand. Slim body, flat display surface and optimised bezel reduce annoying accidental touches. The metal frame is lightweight that is incredibly robust and is designed to absorb impact from any direction.

Regarding hardware, this is where things start to turn sour for the Q6. With the Snapdragon 435 chipset, a lowly octa-core processor, decent graphics and 3GB RAM; it might not have the ingredients right to put it in the mid-range category. Perhaps a Snapdragon 6xx chipset is needed to elevate its status, but missing on this one.

Even on the camera, you would expect more from LG. With the Q6, you are only getting a 13MP-5MP camera combination which is considered to be entry-level these days. It is that hard to put in a dual primary camera on this smartphone at least?

Storage-wise, a good 32GB internal storage is enough for you to install all your favourite apps and games. The Q6 also comes with an expansion slot should you need more space, up to 256GB.

A solid 3000 mAh battery is then available to supply the necessary juice to the Q6. Technically there's no trouble powering up the smartphone for a full day.

Last but not least, the latest Android Nougat 7.0 operating system is said to accompany its release. Good news, as it brings the most recent enhancements, features and functions to the table; and will increase performance slightly.

Conclusion:

LG Q6 is an excellent smartphone but seems more suited for the entry-level. Not worth the price at all, so let's see the reception that it will be getting on its release date.

LG Q6 is expected to be released on August 10th 2017 for an estimated price of ~$435 USD. It will be available in Astro Black, Ice Platinum, Mystic White and Terra Gold colours.

Source: LG Q6: August 10th release date for this 5.5-inch smartphone with FullVision display, octa-core processor, metal frame and 13MP-5MP camera